Stigmatization of People with Autism Spectrum Disorders

People with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may experience high levels of stigmatization within society. Negative interactions with others might include direct confrontations like bullying, or less obvious forms like discrimination.

Bullying and Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autistic people, irrespective of specific diagnosis, are at extreme risk for bullying and abuse throughout their lives. Learn how to counter and cope with bullying in this article.